US Youth Soccer is pleased to recognize the following individuals with the October/November 2018 Clif Kid Raise the Bar Award!

Sofia from Barnegat, N.J.
Sofia is one of the captains of PDA Shore 14U Flash. The team also recently earned its place in the prestigious National League for the 2018-19 season. In addition, Sofia has helped lead her middle school team to a 10-0-2 record. Sofia, along with her younger sister and fellow teammates, help organize donations to the Barnegat Middle School Care Locker – an organization that provides personal items to students in need.

Ryan from Brandon, Miss.
While Ryan is an accomplished starting keeper for both his club and MS ODP 06 Boys team, his love for the game goes much further than time on the field. He loves giving back and helping out others and has started training the younger keepers in the club in his free time. In addition to his soccer playing, Ryan organized and took up donations of cleats and shinguards for the Haitian National Amputee program.

Game Day Nutrition Tips to Ensure Your Soccer Star is Fit, Fueled, and Fired up for the Match
Whether they’re charging down the field or defending the goal, soccer players are in constant motion for 30-45 minutes at a time. (Typical players cover an average of 5 to 7 miles in just one match!) Staying alert from the beginning to the end of a game requires tons of energy and good hydration, and we’re here to help you help your young athlete http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=36&d=26&mid=3689921&m=10529 out with some game day nutrition tips.

Brian McBride on the Results of Positive Coaching
Brian McBride, former USMNT captain, discusses why positive coaching leads to growth within your sport and keeps kids playing http://www.idevmail.net/link.aspx?l=37&d=26&mid=3689921&m=10529 He goes on to say that great coaches teach individuals differently based upon their personality. If a child has a positive experience with their coach they will enjoy the game more and want to continue playing.

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